General Training

General Training
Sleep tight, run better

Sleep is an often overlooked but vital component of athletics performance, as Professor John Brewer explains

Event Day Tips
Pre-Race Checklist: What You Should Be Doing Now

When thinking of all of the factors which can impact…

General Training
How Often Should I Run?

All you need to know on how many times a week you should be running

General Training
Top Reasons To Run this Christmas

Six reasons to prove why your Christmas Day run could be one of the most enjoyable ones of the year

General Training
The Runners’ Guide to Christmas

The school holidays are upon us and for many parents there is suddenly a lot less free time to be utilised. Running doesn’t have to be a casualty during these six weeks – here’s our guide to keeping the balance in check until September

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4 Tips for Anyone Just Getting into Running

Not sure how to fit running into your student schedule? The Student Housing Company are here to help.

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Common Running Injuries and How To Spot Them

Most running injuries are overuse ones - meaning that they creep up on you gradually.

General Training
How to smash your PB

Keen to clock your fastest ever 10k this spring? Want to run so well that your social media will explode with likes? Ready to turn the tarmac beneath your feet into cinders?

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How to Track Your Runs Without Spending Money

By keeping a track of your training activity, you can monitor your progression and identify what works for you.

Event Day Tips
Keeping Cool In Fancy Dress

Every year we see hundreds of you dressing up for your chosen charities. So whether you’re wearing an inflatable T-Rex costume or a Panda onesie, we have some tips on how to get round without having to ditch the outfit after mile 1.

General Training
How Does Gait Analysis Help Me As A Runner?

Gait analysis can identify bad habits which can lead to injury. Here is our handy guide from physiotherapist and runner Jenny Blizard

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